Persian Abadeh Rug - 4.02 x 1.06 tabriz

Persian Abadeh Rug - 4.02 x 1.06 tabrizHand knotted Persian carpets from the Iranian provenance Abadeh, a region between Shiraz (Shiras) and Isfahan, are characterised by their robustness, which makes them perfect companions in everyday life. While these carpets cannot keep up with the finer carpets e. g. from Isfahan or Nain in their knot density of 140,000 320,000 knots per m2, they are nevertheless of very good quality. Mostly Abadeh carpets are knotted in shades of red and have a

which is reflected in the motifs of many of the carpets

The usual kind of background colours for Kashan carpets are brick red and dark blue

known for its strength

Mahallat rug

The art of manufacturing carpets was introduced in India

Tabass rug

These are used as blankets and known as Gabeh patuee

This carpet has a star of universe all over patten design with delightful orange dominant guard border and a lighter centre with motifs on a yellow field

embedded within another one and so on for few times

The name Ardabil comes from the Avesta and has the literal meaning of a tall holy place

which reduces their deterioration

The area around Mugla province was a holdout for Turkmen enclaves keeping their heritage alive